We’re a high-growth software company with a big mission: empowering K-12 district teams to do more with less.
At LINQ, we get K12. That’s why we help districts transform K-12 school operations with best-in-class, cloud-based software solutions built to help districts return more resources to classrooms. Integrating finance, HR, nutrition management, and payments into a single, secure platform, LINQ reduces administrative burden. LINQ is trusted by 30% of school districts across the U.S. to help them operate more efficiently and serve over 1 billion meals to 17 million students annually, process payroll for 364,000 educators, administrators, and staff, and engage with millions of families through the free LINQ Connect app.
Our team? They’re talented, committed, and fiercely loyal problem-solvers. At LINQ, you’ll find challenging and meaningful work, a team that respects and uplifts one another, and a commitment to constant improvement. Our customers love us because we’re attentive, patient, communicative, and solutions focused. They know they can count on us to not only anticipate their needs but to deliver the right answer every time.
About The Team:
LINQ’s Research & Development department is dedicated to driving innovation and continuous improvement across Payments, Nutrition, or Platform teams. Focused on exploring new technologies, optimizing systems, and developing forward thinking solutions, this team plays a critical role in shaping the future of LINQ. Through collaboration, strategic problem-solving, and rigorous testing, they ensure LINQ’s software remains cutting-edge, efficient, and aligned with the evolving needs of our customers.
About The Role:
As a Software Engineer on the LINQ, you will be a hands-on contributor within a cross-functional team, helping design, build, and refine key features of our platform. You will work alongside experienced engineers, product owners, and architects to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of K–12 districts. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, values clean code, and is eager to grow in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Primary Objectives:
- Deliver High-Quality Code – Build and maintain secure, scalable web applications that meet business needs.
- Team Collaboration – Work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to deliver solutions from concept to deployment.
- Technical Growth – Take initiative to expand your skills, contribute to best practices, and participate in code reviews and design discussions.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Building, maintaining, and updating a robust web-based SaaS platform using .NET Framework, Angular, AngularJS, and Microsoft SQL.
- Implementing and optimizing AWS tools and services to support platform scalability and performance.
- Working with the Product Team to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
- Participating in technical design discussions to ensure efficiency, maintainability, and scalability.
- Contributing to code quality through testing, documentation, and peer reviews.
- Supporting the delivery of features and enhancements in an agile, fast-paced development cycle.
- Helping to identify areas for technical improvement and offering solutions that benefit the product and team.
What We Are Looking For:
- Expertise in designing and implementing scalable, distributed systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of professional software development experience, primarily with .NET technologies.
- Solid understanding of web application development, cloud services, and relational databases.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, and agile development methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Motivation to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to team goals.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- Experience with Microsoft .NET Framework/Core.
- Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, AngularJS/Angular, and front-end development.
- Hands-on experience with AWS services or other cloud platforms.
- Familiarity with the K–12 or EdTech space.
- Contributions to mid-sized or large-scale SaaS platforms.
- A genuine curiosity for learning new technologies, exploring new ideas, and improving how things work.
The Tech Stack:
- .Net Framework/Core, C#, Typescript, AngularJS/Angular, Git, SQL, CSS, HTML, AWS Services
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 10%
🌎Flex Your Workspace: Work remote from one of our eligible states across the US, or if you’re near Austin three days in office a week!
💰Planning Your Future: Our 401(k) plan comes with a 4% employer match on total earnings (not just your base salary).
💸Performance Pays Off: Whether it’s a company bonus or target sales commission, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
🌴Vacation Your Way: Our flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan lets you take the time you need, when you need it.
👶Paid Parental Leave: Take the time you need to welcome your new addition – We’ve got you covered!
🎉Ten Paid Corporate Holidays: Enjoy a little extra downtime to relax and recharge with the ten paid holidays each year.
❤️Giving Back: Feel good while doing good – 16 paid volunteer hours to support the causes that matter most to you. #LINQCares
🏥Benefits That Have Your Back (And Teeth, Too!): Rock-solid medical, dental and vision coverage. Pick your vibe: a low deductible PPO and pair with an FSA or a HDHP with a sweet HSA – with contributions from LINQ. Dental perks that even cover braces for the kiddos.
💪Wellness Perks: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance. Gym reimbursements and tons of extra savings on travel assistance, employee assistance, and even pet insurance options.
🎁Rewards For Referrals: Got an amazing candidate in your network? Send them our way and earn a referral bonus when they join the team!
As a federal contractor and equal employment opportunity employer, LINQ adheres to all applicable laws and regulations regarding employment practices, ensuring that all qualified individuals receive consideration for employment
based on their qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local law.
To learn more about your rights and protections under federal law, please refer to the EEOC Equal Employment Opportunity Poster at the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s state or federally required affirmative action plans or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact [email protected]. This email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not use this email to inquire about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as solicitation, following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.
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